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Considering Spencer vs Austin -help me decide

First post here. Been living here since 2023. You can expect to pay around $795 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Has anyone dealt with this?
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Mason Nelson
preach
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Julia Baker
it depends on the neighborhood
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Kinsley T.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a nurse who relocated here from Atlanta about 3 years ago. The main reasons were school and a fresh start.

Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Affordable housing options
- Diverse dining options

Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer

Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are pricey, gas is decent.

Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Sofia Watson
Used to live on the Riverside side, now on the The Heights side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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